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Canadian settlement orgs, we hear IRCC is asking for an anti-racism policy. We've got a FREE toolkit to help you get it done. But we've also got a few *humble* words of advice 😇

We are so excited to be nominated! Looking forward to a strong year ahead.

Loved this by QuakeLab! Reframing equity as a technical skill and decentering my activist passion in order to effect actual organizational change = gold. 🤩 🤯 I'm also very grateful to the academics working on EDI-related topics. I've learned so much from them, especially at uOttawa | Faculté des sciences sociales | Faculty of Social Sciences. I used to dislike being called an "activist", because I found it reductionist and thought it was sometimes used as an insult. Case in point: years ago I was mentioned in a local newspaper. They spoke of other people and named their titles or careers, but identified me only as an "activist". But now I'll take it. For me the word is now associated with passion, with embodying your values, and with actively working to make the world a better place. I can do that regardless of my title, but I do need to continue learning how to adapt to the environment in which I'm working to create positive change. Let's keep on keeping on. https://lnkd.in/gTCfDsJa

Why do we do things this way? In recruitment, many of the "best practices" we rely on not only allow inequity and inefficiency to thrive, but they also don’t have a solid rationale for existing in their current form. Take cover letters as an example. Unless you can: 🔬 Clearly articulate why they exist, 🌍 Ensure they’re used consistently across roles, 🔍 Define a transparent and fair method for assessing them, and 😊 Make that assessment criteria accessible to applicants Then cover letters may be doing more harm than good. Outdated recruitment practices often create barriers instead of bridges, excluding talented individuals and perpetuating inequities. If we want workplaces that are truly equitable and effective, it’s time to rethink the entire recruitment process, starting with the most critical question: Why? At QuakeLab, we believe that every step in the hiring process should serve a clear purpose and contribute to building systems that are fair, inclusive, and intentional. By redesigning recruitment with equity and efficiency in mind, we can shift from tradition to transformation. What recruitment practices do you think need to be reimagined? Get in touch, the coffee's on us #Recruitment #EquityInAction #WorkplaceEquity #InclusiveHiring #EquityAsATechnicalSkill #SystemsChange

This program and the people who take part each year are incredible. I can't believe I get to see my photo in the mix! The level of ambition and care these Young Leaders show is exactly what our communities need, and it makes me feel better about the future knowing they are out there growing into leadership roles. As an added bonus, the training and support we coaches get from folks like QuakeLab make this volunteer experience one of a kind. k, I'll stop gushing now.

National Philanthropy Day is an opportunity to celebrate the transformative impact philanthropy can have—but let's talk about the $105 billion in philanthropic wealth that’s not usually discussed.   While Canadian foundations grant $8 billion annually, they hold over $105 billion in investments. Yet, as highlighted in the 2024 Top 50 Equitable Funders project by Future of Good and QuakeLab, 90% of grantmakers don’t publicly share what’s in their portfolios. Foundations are required to report the grants they make, but there’s no similar requirement for the investments that often generate these funds. Without transparency, it's difficult to ensure that philanthropic wealth serves the public good.   How might greater transparency around investments lead to stronger, more accountable relationships with communities? Read more about why investment transparency matters on our blog. And stay tuned—we’ll be sharing more about our work and progress in this area in the new year. 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/eVCMAbPJ #Philanthropy #LeadWithEquity #EquitableFunders #ImpactInvesting

Leadership is evolving—and equity is at the heart of this transformation. QuakeLab’s Equity-Based Executive Coaching goes beyond the basics, equipping leaders with skills to drive real change. Curious? Get in touch to learn more, book your free consultation with Sharon Nyangweso today. https://lnkd.in/gHtj9P4q

Check out Canada’s first Top 50 Equitable Funders ranking for Canadian charitable foundations, published by Future of Good and QuakeLab. Based on thorough research and analysis, the ranking spotlights grantmakers centring and advancing equity, inclusion and anti-racism in their governance, team, investing, and grantmaking. Access the Top 50 Equitable Funders ranking! ⬇️ https://okt.to/KJ8lC5 #news #article #nonprofit #charity #foundation #association #community #charities #nonprofits #organizations #community #Canada #report #funding #funders #equity

It’s great to see Purppl partner Central Okanagan Foundation recognized as one of Canada’s Top 50 Equitable Funders by Future of Good and QuakeLab. Top 50 Equitable Funders is an independent annual ranking that spotlights grant makers who are centring and advancing equity, inclusion and anti-racism in their governance, team, investing and grant making. https://lnkd.in/gnut9PVM

Equity as a Technical is applicable across industry and profession, including healthcare and architectural design.